Owen, whose last goal came in a 3-1 win over Leeds in October, has not scored since he returned from a lengthy spell on the sidelines at the turn of the year. Steve McManaman makes his first return to Anfield after arriving back in English football and City are looking for their first Premiership win in 13.

Boro conqueror Jon Stead is set for his first start at Ewood Park when Blackburn host Newcastle.

Rejuvenated Aston Villa will overtake Fulham in the Premiership table if they beat the Cottagers at Loftus Road.

Jermain Defoe goes back to former club Charlton looking for his second goal in a Tottenham shirt.